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Macbeth
A celebrated warrior murders his way to the Scottish throne after hearing a prophecy, then becomes trapped by fear, guilt and escalating violence.
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CHARACTERS
Who matters
- Macbeth
- Lady Macbeth
- Banquo
- Macduff
- The Witches
THEMES
Ideas to track
SYMBOLS
Recurring images and objects
BloodSleepDarkness
KEY QUOTES
Important lines to understand
“Out, damned spot!”
“Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow…”
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